Barbara Jean Isabelle 57, died unexpectedly at her residence in Leicester. She was born April 3, 1958 in Rutland,VT,the daughter of Albert and Gene (Bragg) Isabelle. She attended schools in Rutland and later moved to Bristol and was a graduate of Mount Abraham High School. Barbara was currently employed as a chef at the Waybury Inn in East Middlebury. She enjoyed her cats, reading and cooking. She is survived by her sister, Bonnie Colgan of Georgia, VT and her brother James Joseph Isabelle of Center Rutland, VT. Memorial contributions may be made to the Franklin County Animal Rescue in St. Albans, Vt. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements are under the direction of the Sanderson-Ducharme Funeral Home